1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Rally Raid | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2685 mm |